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Cultural Resistance in James Cameron’s movie Avatar: The Water (2022)

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This study analyzes the theme of cultural resistance in the film Avatar:
The Way of Water (2022) by James Cameron using the theory of resistance
by James Scott. The research aims to identify the forms of cultural resistance
displayed through two main types: open resistance and close resistance.
Descriptive qualitative method is used in this study to explore cultural
representations in the movie, particularly those inspired by the Bajo tribe's
culture of living on the water and having diving skills. The result shows that
open resistance is represented through collective action, verbal rejection, and
physical conflict, such as direct rejection of human domination as a
protection of Metkayina's cultural identity and their spirituality. Meanwhile,
close resistance is reflected in subtle but significant daily actions, such as
sarcasm, skepticism, and implicit rejection of external values, including
human-brought technological modernization. The movie also illustrates the
importance of the Metkayina's spiritual connection to their environment,
such as their bond with Tulkun, who is considered a spiritual brother.
Cultural resistance in the film is not only aimed at protecting traditions, but
also as a form of struggle against the pressures of globalization and resource
exploitation.

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BSI-2025-MUS c

Publisher

Makassar : FAH. Adab & Humaniora UIN ALauddin., 2025

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vii, 65 hal :Ilus :, 30 cm

Language

English

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BSI-2025-MUS c

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cultural
Resistance
Avatar: The Way of Water

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